Albert Benefo Buabeng
Accra
Summary
A multimedia journalist who, for over a decade, has worked in various capacities across multiple domains in broadcasting and digital journalism with overlapping duties in public relations, brand management, and events promotion.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Entertainment Editor; Member of Editorial Board
GhanaWeb
01.2017 - Current
- Supervise four-member entertainment desk to produce daily features and reports
- Provide overall guidance on editorial standard
- Produce and host GhanaWeb TV’s flagship programmes (E-Forum, Talkertainment, Nkommo Wo Ho)
- Provide organizational support for GhanaWeb events
- Provide strategic communication and publicity plan for GhanaWeb TV programmes, events
Broadcast Journalist
Radio Univers
08.2011 - 12.2021
- Successfully managed newly formed Akan Desk as News Editor by mentoring members, editing stories, appreciating feedbacks which consequently grew the audience reach (March 2014 - April 2015)
- Produced, publicized and hosted current affairs and entertainment shows (April 2011 – December 2021)
- Headed the Events and Entertainment Desk and subsequently strengthened the team for desired results through revised content, teamwork (September 2013 – July 2015)
- Did live reports, wrote stories for bulletins (August 2011 - March 2014)
Managing Editor
Abrantepa.com
11.2015 - 09.2018
- Secured relationship with event organisers; Superfarm Network and Nyansapo as media partner for stage productions
- Worked assiduously towards becoming a credible website, earning plaudits and establishing positive associations with industry players
Entertainment Editor
Pulse Ghana
04.2015 - 06.2016
- Wrote, proofread, edited and evaluated final copy to verify content aligned with established guidelines
- Covered and reported on external entertainment events
Education
Master of Arts - Brands And Communications Management
University of Professional Studies, Accra
09.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science, Theatre Arts
University of Ghana, Legon
12.2013
West Africa Senior School Certificate Examination -
Assemblies of God SHS, Kumasi
06.2007
Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) -
Adukrom M/A Junior Secondary, Kumasi
06.2004
Skills
- Excellent written and oral communication skills proven by work as an editor at GhanaWebcom, Pulsecomgh, Abrantepacom; producer and show host at Radio Univers, GhanaWeb TV for over a decade
- Proven innovative skills demonstrated by the ability to generate relevant and compelling content, design TV shows; E-Forum and Nkommo Wo Ho
- Project management and organizational skills as shown by the ability to establish a media start-up, Abrantepacom and successfully organized an event [Legon’s HeartBeat] with an audience size of over 2,000 in 2012
- Analytical skills proven by sense of judgement during editorial and production meetings; ability to steer controversial, yet progressive discourse
- Good team player evidenced by collaborative efforts in building brand equity and product positioning
- Basic video editing skills, design skills, digital skills, competence in Microsoft suite
Accomplishments
- Enhanced visibility for GhanaWeb’s TV shows; E-Forum, Talkertainment, Moans & Cuddles to generate at least a million views per month
- Led GhanaWeb’s Entertainment Desk to win itself from dependence on external websites by producing an average of twenty-five stories a day
- Successfully built and maintained key relationships in every facet of Ghana’s showbiz industry
- Was adjudged Radio Univers Personality of the Year at the University of Ghana Students Representative Council Community Excellence Awards 2013
References
- Dr. Abubakari Sidick Ahmed, Station Manager, Radio Univers, 0202018959
- Nii Akwei Ismail Akwei, Former Editor-In-Chief, GhanaWeb, 0243793131
Hobbies And Interests
- Passionate about creative writing, with a proven ability to craft compelling narratives
- Attending conferences and entertainment events to stay updated on industry trends, connect with professionals
- Engaging with relevant, compelling, and thought-provoking shows for personal and professional development
- Enjoying music and movies for leisure and entertainment
Timeline
Entertainment Editor; Member of Editorial Board
GhanaWeb
01.2017 - Current
Managing Editor
Abrantepa.com
11.2015 - 09.2018
Entertainment Editor
Pulse Ghana
04.2015 - 06.2016
Broadcast Journalist
Radio Univers
08.2011 - 12.2021
Master of Arts - Brands And Communications Management
University of Professional Studies, Accra
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science, Theatre Arts
University of Ghana, Legon
West Africa Senior School Certificate Examination -
Assemblies of God SHS, Kumasi
Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) -
Adukrom M/A Junior Secondary, Kumasi
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